1983 Ferrari 400 vs. 1977 Skoda L
To start off, 1983 Ferrari 400 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Skoda L would be higher. At 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1983 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ferrari 400 (306 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 1977 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 1977 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 1005 kg more than 1977 Skoda L. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Ferrari 400 (393 Nm) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Skoda L. (74 Nm). This means 1983 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ferrari 400 | 1977 Skoda L | |
| Make | Ferrari | Skoda |
| Model | 400 | L |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4823 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 118 L | 38 L |
